Sweet & Salty Caramel Snack Mix
Ingredients
The mix
-
6
cups
graham cracker cereal
-
1
cup
honey roasted peanuts
-
1
cup
salted cashews or macadamia nuts
-
3
cups
Pretzel M&Ms
The caramel
-
½
cup
butter
-
1
cup
firmly packed brown sugar
-
¼
cup
light Karo syrup
-
1
tsp
vanilla
Instructions
- 1. Line a baking sheet with waxed paper or aluminum foil and spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- 2. In a large bowl, combine the graham cracker cereal, honey roasted peanuts, and salted cashews or macadamia nuts.
- 3. In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, and Karo syrup, and bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently.
- 4. Boil for 2 minutes (3 if at high elevation), then remove from heat and add the vanilla.
- 5. Drizzle the caramel over the cereal and nut mixture, stirring quickly to coat evenly.
- 6. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet and let it cool slightly.
- 7. Once cooled but not solid, add the Pretzel M&Ms and toss gently.
- 8. Allow to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Facts (estimated)
Servings
8
Calories
300
Total fat
15g
Total carbohydrates
40g
Total protein
5g
Sodium
200mg
Cholesterol
30mg
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